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Department of Family and Preventive Medicine: Community Health and Education

Community Health and Education

Educating Providers and Promoting A Healthy State

We have taught family medicine professionals for more than 45 years with CME/CE they can use immediately in their practice through live, virtual and on-demand education. But our education spreads beyond just CME and CE. We also reach the communities our providers serve. Some of our initiatives have included increasing the rate of colorectal cancer screening, building environments that spur physical activity, promoting healthier lifestyles through nutrition and breastfeeding, and campaigns on opioid substance abuse and mental health.

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Department of Family and Preventive Medicine
CHE Division
4301 W. Markham St., Slot 530-3
Little Rock, AR 72205
E-mail: dfpmcme@uams.edu

CHE News

Recognizing and Preventing Social Isolation

If you would like to view this post’s information as a PDF, please download here.  Social connection is a fundamental part of student wellbeing. While many students experience periods of solitude or prefer smaller social circles, ongoing social isolation can negatively affect emotional health, academic engagement, and a student’s sense of belonging at school. Educators and school […]

Supporting Students Through Grief and Loss

If you would like to view this post’s information as a PDF, please download here.  Grief is a natural response to loss, but for children and adolescents, it can be especially difficult to understand and manage. Students may experience grief following the death of a family member, friend, classmate, or pet. By recognizing signs of grief and […]

Gratitude and Student Well-Being

If you would like to view this post’s information as a PDF, please download here.  Gratitude is often thought of as simply saying “thank you,” but its impact can extend far beyond good manners. For students, cultivating gratitude can be a valuable tool for managing stress, building resilience, and fostering a greater sense of connection to their […]